18/06/2026
That stubborn damp patch on the chimney breast upstairs? It is usually the chimney, not the roof. Weathered mortar joints and cracked lead flashings let rain soak into the stack, and the moisture works its way down into the bedroom wall. Summer is the time to fix it, because mortar repointed in warm, dry June weather cures properly and lasts 30 years or more. We repoint stacks, renew lead flashings to trade standards, and cap unused chimneys with vented cowls across the Wirral, all with zero deposit and our 10-year guarantee.
Full guide on our blog: https://wareingmckenna.co.uk/chimney-repairs-in-wirral-repointing-and-lead-work-this-summer/